Essays in Ethical Theory
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Author Description
R.M. Hare is one of the most widely discussed of today's moral philosophers. In this volume he has collected a number of essays, including one which is previously unpublished, which fill in the theoretical background of his thought. Each essay is self-contained, but together they give a connected picture of his views on such questions as the objectivity and rationality of moral thinking, the issue between the ethical realists and their opponents, the place in our moral thought of appeals to common convictions, and how to tell whether a feature of a situation is morally relevant.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This collection investigates the foundational logical and rational structures that underpin moral discourse and ethical decision-making. R. M. Hare, a prominent figure in 20th-century analytic philosophy, utilizes these essays to articulate the theoretical framework supporting his broader ethical system. By examining the interplay between moral realism and rational inquiry, the author provides a rigorous defense of his specific approach to normative ethics and meta-ethical analysis.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Analysis of the objectivity and rationality inherent in moral thinking
- Examination of the debate between ethical realists and their philosophical opponents
- Methodology for determining the moral relevance of situational features
- Discussion on the role of common convictions within ethical frameworks
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts frequently cite this volume as a foundational text for understanding Hare's specific contributions to meta-ethics. Readers often note the high level of academic density, making it most suitable for those already familiar with analytic moral philosophy.
Page Count:
272
Publication Date:
1993-04-08
Publisher:
Clarendon Press
ISBN-10:
0198240716
ISBN-13:
9780198240716
Philosophy
Academic
Ethics
Moral Philosophy
